Not all mobile terminal users are experts and, therefore, on this occasion we are going to indicate a simple and quick trick to be able to change the search engine in Chrome for Android. In this way, it is possible to change the default one for others that are also valid, such as Bing o Yahoo!
As is logical, in this section the search engine of Google, since the one offered by the browser developer has become standard on Android. However, the truth is that for some options it may be interesting to use another one, such as in relation to images, where Microsoft's Bing proves to be very reliable. There are also alternatives focused on privacy like DuckDuckGo or in sustainability like Ecosia.
The point is that the change, which the less expert may consider impossible to make, is totally viable. And, furthermore, the steps to follow, as you will see below, do not require extensive knowledge or touching essential sections of the terminal configuration or Chrome for Android. Remember that the address bar Chrome's (omnibox) is used to write URLs and to search directly.
What you need to do to change the Search Engine
Assuming the browser is installed in your terminal (if not, you can get it in this google play link), what you have to do is access the Settings Chrome for Android. This is possible by pressing the Menu button on some devices with a physical button or, failing that, by tapping the icon with three points at the top right.
Once this is done, access the section called Search Engine (it's in Basics). Below are the options you can choose from, such as Yahoo! Spain y Bing. In certain regions they may also be displayed DuckDuckGo o Ecosia. Choose the one you consider most appropriate and go back until you exit Settings.
From now on, every time you search for something in the navigation bar, it will be the new engine that will be used in Chrome for Android. If you are not satisfied with the results, you can always return to the initial configuration by performing the same steps and selecting again Google as default. As you have seen, it is simple and fast…and best of all, hassle-free.
Important notes, search shortcuts, and unexpected changes
In some countries Chrome will ask you choose search engine the first time. Also, if you notice unexpected changes in your search engine, you may have malicious software. In that case, check your account extensions, clean your browser and use the options remove malware from Google if applicable.
Chrome allows you to manage search shortcuts on sites (quick searches by typing a keyword). On your computer, you can add, edit, or disable these shortcuts, and move them to Inactive shortcuts if you disable them. In profiles of guest There may be restrictions and it is not currently possible set Gemini as default neither edit nor delete it.
Can I add a custom engine on Android?
In Chrome for Android there is no manual box to enter a password. Custom URL as a search engine (e.g., add specific parameters in Google). However, Chrome can detect supported engines if you visit the site from the search engine and you perform a search; from that moment on it will appear among the options.
If you need to use a very specific search string (with filters) language or advanced parameters), consider alternatives: in Firefox for Android You can add custom engines manually; in Edge are added by Opensearch when searching the site. You can also adjust the results language on Google, change the Chrome languages and use "google.com/ncr" to avoid local redirects.
Replaces the Google search widget on the home screen
Another way to use the search engine on Android is through the widget from the home screen. Google's own is included by default on many phones. In most cases you can delete it and replace it with your preferred engine widget.
- Remove the Google widget by holding it and tapping Delete.
- Add the search widget from your favorite search engine app from Widgets on the home screen.
- Place it wherever you prefer and you will have quick access to your search engine.
You should know that Chrome is just one of the web browsers you can use on an Android device, and that most of the other options include the ability to choose a default engine. Therefore, getting this in developments like Brave o Edge It is simple and the steps are very similar.
You can locate other tricks in the specific section that we have in AndroidHelp, in which there is options of all kinds that will be helpful to you. Customizing the search engine gives you more control on privacy, geographic relevance, and productivity, and with today's options, it's easy to adapt it to what you really need without complicating things.
